Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033071)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform manual labor in Spartanburg County, installing, replacing, and repairing traffic signs and markings. Responsibilities include coordinating traffic control for work zones, operating medium equipment (skid steer loader, tractor with mower, tandem dump truck), and performing vegetation management with chainsaws and related tools.

CDL must be obtained within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• CDL class A must be obtained within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and repair traffic signs and markings in Spartanburg County.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones.
• Operate medium equipment (skid steer loader, tractor with side mounted mower, tandem dump truck).
• Perform vegetation management using chainsaw, polesaw, brush chipper, or weeder.
• Assist in emergency/inclement weather operations; may require extended or 12-hour shifts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Vehicle operation

Team coordination

Tools

Medium equipment operation

Vegetation management tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs manual labor to assist with installing, replacing, and repairing traffic signs and markings within Spartanburg County. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as a skid steer loader, combination tractor with side mounted mower, and tandem dump truck in the repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a chainsaw, polesaw, brush chipper, or weeder to clear road signs and signals. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts during the day or night. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.